Kansas City Barbeque Society

THE KANSAS CITY BARBEQUE SOCIETY (KCBS), a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting and enjoying barbecue, is the world’s largest organization of barbecue and grilling enthusiasts with over 8,000 members worldwide.
KCBS sanctions almost 300 barbecue contests coast-to-coast throughout America. From volunteering to actual event production, our members also offer assistance to civic and charitable organizations who organize events.
KCBS serves as a clearinghouse of barbecue information which provides:
- Networking with related trade associations and other contest-sanctioning organizations
- Tracking trends in barbecue related products, and equipment
- Teaming up with other food organizations and the media to promote barbecue
KCBS offers educational programs, consultation services, and civic organization presentations to help promote barbecue as America’s Favorite Cuisine.
